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AD02 XOF

2002 Volkswagen Golf

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jan 2019
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,771 mi
Last recorded137,771 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Volkswagen Golf95,013 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD02 XOF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelGolf
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2018 137,771 miles

Both front tyres wearing lower on inner edges

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 18 Jan 2018 137,701 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Both front tyres wearing lower on inner edges

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 12 Jan 2017 130,962 miles

Covers and under trays fitted some under vehicle components not checked

Engine covers fitted some under bonnet components not checked

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted seat belt not checked

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate dirty

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 12 Jan 2017 130,960 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Covers and under trays fitted some under vehicle components not checked

Engine covers fitted some under bonnet components not checked

Nearside Rear Child seat fitted seat belt not checked

Offside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate dirty

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 4 Jan 2016 124,250 miles

inner rack joints have slight play

Pass 23 Jan 2015 117,055 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2015 117,055 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 16 Jan 2014 112,633 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2013 107,321 miles

corrosion to exhaust & rear silencer bracket rewelded on

Pass 12 Jan 2012 100,112 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 4 Jan 2011 86,738 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

middle exhaust bracket missing

wear to steering rack arms n/s o/s

Pass 27 Jan 2010 79,357 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Front brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Jan 2009 72,558 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 25 Jan 2008 65,561 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 11 Dec 2006 56,860 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

nearside rear mud flap insecure

slight leak on power steering pipe

slight play on nearside front tie rod

Fail 8 Dec 2006 56,843 miles

Fuel hose leaking (7.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

nearside rear mud flap insecure

power steering pipe slightly leaking

slight play on nearside tie rod

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Golf?

Based on 22,270,993 MOT tests across 1,787,037 vehicles.

74.9%
Pass Rate
6,735
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,787,037
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 700,382
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 301,629
Stop lamp not working 260,234
position lamp(s) not working 257,206
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 229,092
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AD02 XOF is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 Volkswagen Golf models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.1% with a typical mileage of 95,013 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Golf fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 700,382 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD02 XOF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Golf typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 24 years old, this Volkswagen Golf is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AD02 XOF registered?

AD02 XOF is a 2002 Volkswagen Golf, first registered on 31 July 2002.

Is AD02 XOF safe to buy?

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